Associate - Corporate Finance (Healthcare M&A)

** Houlihan Lokey Switzerland AG does not provide bank or securities brokerage services and is not subject to FINMA supervision. **HealthcareHoulihan Lokey’s Healthcare group is one of the most active and trusted partners in healthcare, providing M&A advisory and capital-raising services to middle market leaders across MedTech, healthcare IT, healthcare services, managed care and life sciences. With a team of over 90 professionals globally and 25 based in Europe, Houlihan Lokey’s Healthcare Group is among the largest dedicated and fastest growing Healthcare M&A teams in Europe.ScopeThe Healthcare team at Houlihan Lokey are looking to add an Associate in Zurich.The environment at Houlihan Lokey is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Teamwork is essential to the firm’s success. At the same time, creativity and new ideas are encouraged. Associates are given substantial responsibility and are encouraged to help us grow our business.Associates work on transactions that provide exposure to various services, including M&A, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate, you will:Prepare, analyze and help explain historical and projected financial information.Create financial models.Coordinate and perform business due diligence.Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches and other presentations.Value companies and businesses.Lead the planning and execution of marketing engagements.Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients and prospective clients, professional advisors and other stakeholders.Supervise junior staff members in financial analyses.Assist in the marketing and planning of engagements.Requirements / QualificationsExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English and German are essentialYou will have a strong academic track record and achieved a 2:1 or equivalent degree3+ years of advisory experience within either an M&A, generalist or Industry team. Experience/knowledge in the healthcare sector will be favourably regardedExperience within transactional services, consulting or corporate development also consideredFundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies, and applicationsAdvanced Financial modelling and analytical abilities; Strong LBO and DCF modelling skillsStrong qualitative and quantitative research skillsUnderstanding of financial statements analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, implicit caveats, and limitationsStrong knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applicationsIndependent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeedStrong work ethic, organizational skills and ability to multitask is crucialMotivated and demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environmentAbility to work independently in a fast-paced environmentWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.